1981, diploma in Physics, Univ. of Stuttgart; 1985, doctorate in Physics, Univ. of Stuttgart. Since 1986, with Robert Bosch: 1989, Department Head, Power Semiconductor Technology Development; 1991, Department Head, Integrated Circuit Development; 1994, Director, Sales, ECU Development, and Systems Application, Gasoline Engine Management Division; 1998, Director, Engine ECU Development; 2000, Executive Vice-President, Sales and Development, Semiconductors and Electronic Control Units Division; 2003, President, Automotive Electronics Division; 2006, Member, Board of Management; since July 2012, Chairman, Board of Management and Chief Executive Officer.